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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

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