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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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