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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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