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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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