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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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