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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources