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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners 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 numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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