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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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