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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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