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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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