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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning are enabling learners all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

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