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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always 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 learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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