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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What original 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 we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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