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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently 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 topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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