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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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