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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Moldova to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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