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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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