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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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