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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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