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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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