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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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