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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free 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 a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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