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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly 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 numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

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