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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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