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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are normally free 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 topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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