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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free 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 quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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