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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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