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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in electronic education technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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