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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free for learners 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 subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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