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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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