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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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