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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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