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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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