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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? 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 online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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