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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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