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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because e-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 guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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