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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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