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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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