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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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