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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free 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 many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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