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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Puerto Rico to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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