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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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