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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? 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 we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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