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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take online courses. 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 consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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