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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally 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 quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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