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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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