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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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