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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOC 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 participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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