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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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