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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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