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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important 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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