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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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