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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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