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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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