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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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