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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners 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 several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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