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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology have empowered students all over the world to take courses online. These massive open online 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 many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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