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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally 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 quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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