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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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