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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online education are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are 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 topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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