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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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