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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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