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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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