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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically 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. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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