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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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