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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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