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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning enable humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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