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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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