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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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