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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning make it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always 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 topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

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