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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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