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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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