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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning are making it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students 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 numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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