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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC courses are free 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 numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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