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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New advancements in online learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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