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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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