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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? 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 deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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