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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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