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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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