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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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