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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are customarily 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. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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