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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

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