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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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