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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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