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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores 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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