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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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