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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses 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. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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