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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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