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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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