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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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