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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for students 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 several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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