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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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