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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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