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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

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