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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically 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 online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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