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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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