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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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