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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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