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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology have enabled students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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