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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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