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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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