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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the 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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