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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOCs are usually free for students 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 several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cyprus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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