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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently 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 topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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