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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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