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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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