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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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