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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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