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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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