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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. People want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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