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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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