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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources