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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically 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 a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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