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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are generally 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 elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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