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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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