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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. 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 learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

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