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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment 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 teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

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