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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

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