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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free 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 several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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