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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are free 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 several subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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