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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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