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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not always 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 issues that distance learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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