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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology enable people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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