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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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