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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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