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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and 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 poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

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