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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses 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 a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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