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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners 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 a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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