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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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