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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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