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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also describes 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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