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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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