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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are almost always 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 variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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