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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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