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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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