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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not 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 issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

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