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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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