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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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