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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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