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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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