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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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