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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly 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 a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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