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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always 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 subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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