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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nepal to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

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