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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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