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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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