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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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