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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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