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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental 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 we handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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