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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly 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 online learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mali to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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