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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently 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 subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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