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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students 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 quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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