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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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