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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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