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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally 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 numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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