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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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