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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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