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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are typically 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 subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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