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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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