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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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