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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses online. 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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