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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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