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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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