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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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