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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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