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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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