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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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