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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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