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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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