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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning are empowering humans all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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