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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology are enabling students all over the world to participate in online classes. 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 a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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