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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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