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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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