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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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