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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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