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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally 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 issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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