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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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