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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

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