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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around 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. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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