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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are generally free 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 institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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