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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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