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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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