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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

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