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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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