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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in digital education technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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