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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are usually 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 numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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