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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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