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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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