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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and 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 educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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