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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? 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 participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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