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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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