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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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