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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in electronic education technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free 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 topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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