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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

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