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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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