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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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