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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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