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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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