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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are usually 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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