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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in electronic educational technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are generally free for students 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 a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

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