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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online education technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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