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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students 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 numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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