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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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