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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

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