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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational experiments. Universities want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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