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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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