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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Armenia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

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