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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations 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 stakeholders manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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