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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in elearning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not 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 several subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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