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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? 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 student dropout rates?

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