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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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