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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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