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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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