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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always 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 a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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