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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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