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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Bahamas to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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