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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low student motivation and high attrition?

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