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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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