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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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