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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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