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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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