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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Egypt to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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