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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are generally 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 issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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