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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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