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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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