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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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