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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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