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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students 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 numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education experiments. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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