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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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