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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are generally 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 topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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