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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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