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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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