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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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