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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

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