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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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