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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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