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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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