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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students 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 quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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