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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online education technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand these interesting new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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