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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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