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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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