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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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