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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically 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 quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

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