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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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