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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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