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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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