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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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