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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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