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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently 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 blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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