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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners 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 topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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