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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are usually free 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 quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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