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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open 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 numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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