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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally 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 a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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