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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology enable learners all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally 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 numerous issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Iraq to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

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