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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners 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 several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the key 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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