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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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