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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vanuatu to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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