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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are generally 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 lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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