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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always 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 technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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