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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners 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 several topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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