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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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