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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in e-learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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