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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning have empowered students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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