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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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