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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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