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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guadeloupe to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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