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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are generally 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 numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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