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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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