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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners 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 several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to understand these open education ventures. People want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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