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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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