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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always 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 issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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