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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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