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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are 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. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

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