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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not 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 several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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