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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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