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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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