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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are empowering students all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always 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 numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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