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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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