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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally 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 a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)