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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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