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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online education have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Comoros to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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