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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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