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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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