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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original 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 institutions manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

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