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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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