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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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