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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online education technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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