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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently 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 numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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