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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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