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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently 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 issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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