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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage low student motivation and high attrition?

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