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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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