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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

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