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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in digital education technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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