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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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