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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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