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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are mostly 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 quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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