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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are almost always free for students 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 several topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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