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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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