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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free 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 issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

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