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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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