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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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