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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently 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 quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

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