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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

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