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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for students 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 many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

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