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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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