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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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