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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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