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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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