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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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