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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massive 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 students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

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