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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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