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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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