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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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