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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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