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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental 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 participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

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