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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students 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. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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