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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Bhutan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues 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 educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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