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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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