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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning have empowered students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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