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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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