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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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