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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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