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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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