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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always 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 a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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