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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better grasp these open educational experiments. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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