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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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