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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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