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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major 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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