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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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