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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education experiments. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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