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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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