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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

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