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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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