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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for students 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 quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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