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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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