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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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