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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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