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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are generally 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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