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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational experiments. Academics want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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