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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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