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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology enable learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC 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 quite a few issues that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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