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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently 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 technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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