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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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