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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better grasp these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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