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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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