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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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