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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

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