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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Turkmenistan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand these new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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