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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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