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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation 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 organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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