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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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