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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners 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 many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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