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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What original 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 we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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