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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently 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 several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

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