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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online education have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners 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 a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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