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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free 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 a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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