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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in digital education technology enable students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

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