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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not 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 many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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