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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for students 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 many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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