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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. People want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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