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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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