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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free for students 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 a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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