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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not 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 organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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