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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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