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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational experiments. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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