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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources