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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also examines 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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