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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have enabled humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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