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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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