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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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