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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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