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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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