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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

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