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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in digital education technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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