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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free 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 several issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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