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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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