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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in e-learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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