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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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