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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students 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 several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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