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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

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