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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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