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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. 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 several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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