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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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