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As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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