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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free 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 numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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