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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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