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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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