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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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