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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 stakeholders handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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