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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically 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 several subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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