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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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