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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently 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 many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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