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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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