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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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