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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources