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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic educational technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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