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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners 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 a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

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