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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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