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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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