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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in online education make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers 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 massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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