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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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