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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are 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 a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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