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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not 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 technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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