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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always 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 online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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