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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open education experiments. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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