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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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