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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning enable students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are mostly 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. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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