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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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