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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver 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 a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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