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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are generally 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 many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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