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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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