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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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