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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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