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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students 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 a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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