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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

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