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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently 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 numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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