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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs 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 subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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