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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Belgium to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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