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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free 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 many topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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