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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

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