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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Nepal to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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