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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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