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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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