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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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