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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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