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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally 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 many subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

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