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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching 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 institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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