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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

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