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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are normally 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 numerous topics that online education institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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