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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to understand these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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