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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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