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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always 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 quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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