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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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