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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners 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 numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Haiti to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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