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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are usually 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 many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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