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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are almost always 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 a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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