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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

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