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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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