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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations must deal with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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