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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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