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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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