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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners 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 a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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