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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

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