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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students 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. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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