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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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