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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are typically 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 many subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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