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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes 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 several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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