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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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