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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs 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. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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