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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses 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 quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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