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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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