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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in digital education technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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