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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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