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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders be assured 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 MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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