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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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