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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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