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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Nepal to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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