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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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