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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are 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 topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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