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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure 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 MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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