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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online education have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

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