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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free 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 e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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