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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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