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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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