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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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