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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Guyana to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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