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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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