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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students 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 learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open education experiments. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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