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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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