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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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