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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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