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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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