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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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