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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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