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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students 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 quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Polynesia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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