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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in blended learning have enabled humans all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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