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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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