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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

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