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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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