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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

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