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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. 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 learning technology institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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