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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different 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 handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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