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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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