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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have empowered learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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