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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in online learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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