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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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