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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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