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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners 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 issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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