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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers 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 experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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