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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners 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 numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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