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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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