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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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