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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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