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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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