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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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