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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally 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 quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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