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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners 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 quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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