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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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