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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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