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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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