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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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