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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always 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 issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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