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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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