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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with 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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