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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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