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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly 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 elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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