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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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