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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in digital education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to understand these open educational undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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