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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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