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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly 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 several subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational experiments. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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