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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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